RCA DVD Player HDV5000 User Guide

HD DVD Player  
User’s Guide  
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15.Do not overload wall outlets; extension cords,  
or integral convenience receptacles as this can  
result in a risk of fire or electric shock.  
16.Apparatus should not be exposed to dripping or  
splashing and objects filled with liquids, such  
as vases, should not be placed on the  
apparatus.  
17.Keep your fingers well clear of the disc tray as  
it is closing. Neglecting to do so may cause  
serious personal injury.  
18.Do not place anything on top of this unit.  
19.Do not place the apparatus on amplifiers or  
equipment that may produce heat.  
20.Do not cover the ventilating holes for the inside  
cooling fan.  
21.Do not use a cracked, deformed, or repaired  
disc. These discs are easily broken and may  
cause serious personal injury and apparatus  
malfunction.  
22.If the apparatus should smoke or smell,  
immediately disconnect the power cord from the  
wall outlet. Wait until the smoke or smell stops,  
call customer support.  
Neglecting to do so may cause fire.  
23.During thunderstorms, do not touch the  
connecting cables or the apparatus.  
24.Handling the cord on this product or cords  
associated with accessories sold with this  
product, will expose you to lead, a chemical  
known to the State of California to cause birth  
defects or other reproductive harm.  
Wash hands after handling.  
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Table of Contents  
Chapter 1: Connectꢀons and Setup  
Accessorꢀes Included wꢀth your HD DVD Player .............................................................................4  
Thꢀngs to Consꢀder Before You Connect..........................................................................................4  
Types of Discs Your HD DVD Player will Play............................................................................5  
Playing HD DVD Discs ................................................................................................................5  
Other Features ...........................................................................................................................6  
System Requirements.................................................................................................................6  
Choosꢀng the Best Connectꢀon to Your TV......................................................................................7  
HDMI...........................................................................................................................................7  
Copy Protection and High Definition Viewing ........................................................................7  
Multi-channel audio ..................................................................................................................7  
Installing Batteries in the Remote ............................................................................................8  
Connecting to a TV with an HDMI Input Jack..........................................................................9  
Connecting to a TV with Component (Y, Pb, Pr) Jacks ..........................................................10  
Connecting to a TV with Composite or S-Video Jacks...........................................................11  
Connecting an Audio System ..................................................................................................12  
The Jacks on the Back of the HD DVD Player ...............................................................................14  
Front Panel Controls .......................................................................................................................15  
The Dꢀsplay Panel............................................................................................................................16  
A Quꢀck Tour of the Remote ..........................................................................................................17  
Programming the HD DVD Remote to Operate Your TV ......................................................19  
Operating the TV with the Remote........................................................................................19  
TV Codes...................................................................................................................................20  
Chapter 2: Playꢀng Dꢀscs  
Regꢀonal Codꢀng..............................................................................................................................22  
Types of Dꢀscs your HD DVD Player wꢀll Play................................................................................22  
Usꢀng Dꢀfferent Menus ...................................................................................................................23  
Loadꢀng and Playꢀng Dꢀscs..............................................................................................................23  
Usꢀng a Dꢀsc Menu ..........................................................................................................................24  
Playback Features ...........................................................................................................................25  
Playing at Different Speeds.....................................................................................................25  
Selecting a Title Number .........................................................................................................26  
Selecting a Chapter Number ...................................................................................................26  
Entering an Elapsed Time........................................................................................................26  
Resume Playback......................................................................................................................26  
Subtitles....................................................................................................................................26  
Changing the Audio Language...............................................................................................27  
Changing the Camera Angle...................................................................................................27  
Using the Repeat Feature........................................................................................................28  
Checking the Operational Status and Settings ......................................................................28  
Playꢀng mp3/WMA files..................................................................................................................29  
Connectꢀng Game Controllers........................................................................................................30  
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Table of Contents  
Chapter 3: The Menu System  
The Setup Menu .............................................................................................................................32  
The Picture Menu.....................................................................................................................33  
TV Shape............................................................................................................................33  
Enhanced Black Level .......................................................................................................33  
Picture Mode.....................................................................................................................33  
The Audio Menu ......................................................................................................................34  
Digital Out SPDIF ..............................................................................................................34  
Digital out HDMI ..............................................................................................................34  
Dynamic Range Control....................................................................................................35  
Dialog Enhancement ........................................................................................................35  
Speaker Setup ...................................................................................................................35  
Speaker Setting.................................................................................................................36  
The Language Menu................................................................................................................37  
Disc Menu Language .......................................................................................................37  
Subtitle Language.............................................................................................................38  
Audio Language ...............................................................................................................38  
On Screen Language.........................................................................................................38  
The Ethernet Menu..................................................................................................................38  
The General Menu ...................................................................................................................39  
Parental Lock.....................................................................................................................39  
Creating a Password..................................................................................................39  
Changing the Password.............................................................................................39  
Setting Parental Lock ................................................................................................39  
Clock Set............................................................................................................................40  
OSD On/Off .......................................................................................................................40  
Screen Saver ......................................................................................................................40  
Skin ....................................................................................................................................40  
Maintenance .....................................................................................................................40  
Initialize......................................................................................................................40  
Update........................................................................................................................40  
Persistant Storage......................................................................................................40  
Chapter 4: Usꢀng an Internet Connectꢀon  
Before You Connect to the Internet ..............................................................................................42  
Requirements ...........................................................................................................................42  
Connectꢀng to the Internet.............................................................................................................43  
Internet Settꢀngs.............................................................................................................................44  
DHCP setting ............................................................................................................................44  
Proxy setting.............................................................................................................................44  
User Name and Password ........................................................................................................44  
Clock Adjustment Setting........................................................................................................45  
Usꢀng Your Internet Connectꢀon ....................................................................................................45  
Chapter 5: Other Informatꢀon  
Troubleshootꢀng..............................................................................................................................48  
Language Code Lꢀst.........................................................................................................................49  
Output Sound Conversꢀon Table....................................................................................................50  
Lꢀmꢀted Warranty............................................................................................................................51  
Informatꢀon on Software Updates ................................................................................................52  
Software Lꢀcense Agreement.........................................................................................................53  
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Chapter 1  
Connections and Setup  
Chapter Overview:  
• Accessories Included with your HD DVD Player  
• Things to Consider before you Connect  
• System Requirements  
• Choosing the Best Connection to your TV  
• The Jacks on the Back of the HD DVD Player  
• Front Panel Controls  
• The Display Panel  
• The Remote Control  
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Setup and Connections  
Accessories Included with your HD DVD Player  
Accessories  
Check that the following accessories are supplied.  
Remote control  
Batteries  
Video cable  
(AAA)x2  
Power cord  
Caution  
• Do not use this power cord with  
any device other than this player.  
Things to Consider Before You Connect  
Protect Against Power Surges  
Connect all components before you plug any of their power cords into the wall outlet.  
Turn off the TV and/or components before you connect or disconnect any cables.  
Make sure all antennas and cables are properly grounded. Refer to the Important Safeguards sheet packed  
with your HD DVD player.  
Protect Components from Overheating  
Don’t block ventilation holes on any of the components. Arrange the components so that air can circulate  
freely.  
Don’t stack components.  
When you place components in a stand, make sure you allow adequate ventilation.  
If you connect an audio receiver or amplifier, place it on the top shelf so the heated air from it won’t flow  
around other components.  
Position Cables Properly to Avoid Audio Interference  
Insert each cable firmly into the designated jack.  
If you place components above the TV, route all cables down the side of the back of the TV instead of  
straight down the middle of the back of the TV.  
If your antenna uses 300-ohm twin lead cables, do not coil the cables. Also, keep the twin lead cables away  
from audio/video cables.  
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Connections and Setup  
Types of Discs Your HD DVD player will Play  
HD DVD video discs – because this is a new format, disc compatibility issues are possible. If you experi-  
ence a disc compatibility problem, contact RCA Customer Support.  
Note: Some content providers may use an Image Constraint Token (ICT) for HD DVD movie titles played  
through an analog connection. An ICT constrains the picture to half the resolution of a full HD picture. If  
an ICT is used, the content provider is required to put a warning label on the disc to let consumers know of  
the limitation.  
Audio CDs  
DVDs  
CD-RW and CD-R (mp3 files, WMA files)  
– CD-R/CD-RW discs must be recorded using CD-DA method for CD audio playback.  
– This player may not support some mp3/WMA recordings due to differences in recording formats, disc  
structure or condition. (Use of CD-RW for mp3 files is not recommended.)  
DVD-RAM, DVD-RW, and DVD-R  
– Some discs may be incompatible due to laser pick-up and disc design.  
DVD+R/DVD+RW (not certified)  
NOTE: Blu-ray Discs cannot be played on this player.  
Playing HD DVD discs  
HD DVD video discs are high-density, high-capacity discs.  
HD DVD twin format discs have HD DVD material and standard DVD material on a single side but the  
information is on different layers.  
Standard DVD material is intended for use in standard DVD players, but some standard DVD players  
may encounter problems playing twin format discs.  
To view high-definition picture in HD DVD discs, an HDTV display (720p, 1080i) is recommended.  
Connect an HDTV set to the COMPONENT OUTPUT jacks or the HDMI OUTPUT jack on this  
player.  
Viewing high-definition content and up-converting standard DVD content may require an HDMI-ca-  
pable input or HDCP-capable DVI input on your display device.  
Some HD DVD discs and DVD discs may restrict the use of some operation commands or features.  
Dolby Digital Plus and DTS-HD (DTS core only) capability limited to 5.1 channels.  
DTS-HD processing of DTS core only. Full DTS-HD is not supported.  
Dolby TrueHD processing for two channels only.  
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Other Features  
Internet connection feature (LAN port)  
You can connect to a network with an always-on broadband connection and access special HD DVD sites.  
System Requirements  
For high definition video playback:  
High definition display (720p and 1080i input capable).  
HD DVD disc with high definition content.  
HDMI or HDCP capable DVI input on your display device required for some content (as specified by  
disc authors).  
For up-conversion of standard definition DVD, an HDMI or HDCP capable DVI input on your display  
device is required for copy protected content.  
For Dolby® Digital Plus and DTS-HD (DTS core only) multi-channel audio playback:  
Receiver or processor/amp combination with 5.1ch channel analog input or HDMI™ multi-channel  
LPCM capable audio input.  
Main, center, surround speakers and subwoofer as necessary for chosen format.  
For on-line interactive features:  
Ethernet connection to customer supplied always-on broadband internet service.  
Some features may require higher bandwidth.  
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Choosing the Best Connection to Your TV  
In order to view high definition content from a disc, you will need to connect the HD DVD player to a TV  
with an HDMI cable or component video (Y, Pb, Pr) cables. To view 480, 720, or 1080 resolution video,  
use the HDMI connection or the Component video connection. Some discs may require use of the HDMI  
OUTPUT for viewing of high resolution material.  
When you connect the player to your TV, be sure to turn off the power and unplug both units before  
making any connections.  
Connect the player directly to your TV. If you connect the player to a VCR, TV/VCR combination, video  
selector or AV amplifier, the playback picture may be distorted due to copy protection.  
If you TV does not have an HDMI jack or component video jacks, and you can only connect to a com-  
posite video jack, you will not be able to see high definition content.  
Depending on a combination of the characteristics of the connected TV, resolution of the video source,  
and video output resolution of the player, high-resolution output may not provide the best picture.  
Change the output resolution according to your preferences.  
HDMI  
HDMI stands for High Definition Multimedia Interface. HDMI transfers digital audio and uncompressed  
digital video on a single cable. If your TV has an HDMI jack, you don’t need to connect any other audio or  
video cables.  
HDMI output is digital only, DVI analog is not supported.  
HDMI is an evolving technology, so it is possible that some devices may not operate properly with this  
player.  
Copy Protection and High Definition Viewing  
HD DVD and DVD video disc creators can include copy protection instructions in their discs that prohibit  
the output of high definition video (original 720p or 1080i or up-converted 480i or 480p) from a component  
connection. If such instructions are present in the disc you are playing, you must use an HDMI connection to  
view the disc in a high definition format. If you view the disc through a component connection, the video will  
play in 480i or 480p resolution.  
Multi-Channel Audio  
If your TV or display does not support multi-channel audio, to use multi-channel audio you will need to either  
use an AV receiver that supports multi-channel audio over HDMI (set “Digital out HDMI” to “Auto” or to  
match the decoding capability of your equipment) or use a receiver that has a coaxial or optical SPDIF digital  
audio input (set “Digital audio SPDIF” to match the decoding capability of your equipment).  
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Connections and Setup  
Install Batteries in the Remote  
1. Remove the battery compartment cover on the back of the remote.  
2. Insert new batteries. Match the polarities (+ and –) on the batteries with the diagram on  
the remote.  
3. Put the battery compartment cover back on the remote.  
Important Battery Information  
If you’re not going to use the remote for a month or more, be sure to remove the batter-  
ies because they can leak and cause damage.  
Dispose of batteries in the proper manner, according to federal, state, and local regula-  
tions.  
Any battery may leak electrolyte if mixed with a different battery type, if inserted incor-  
rectly, if all batteries are not replaced at the same time, if disposed of in fire, or if an  
attempt is made to charge a battery not intended to be recharged.  
Discard leaky batteries immediately. Leaking batteries can cause skin burns or other  
personal injury.  
Point the Remote in the Right Direction  
When you want the remote to operate the HD DVD Player, point the  
remote at the HD DVD Player, not the TV. The remote has to be pointed  
in the correct direction and toward the correct component in order for the  
remote control’s signal to communicate with the sensor on the compo-  
nent. Make sure there is a clear path between the remote control and the  
component you want to operate so the signal isn’t blocked.  
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Connecting to a TV with an HDMI Input Jack (recommended)  
1. Use an HDMI cable with the HDMI logo (  
2. Turn on the display and your HD DVD player.  
) to connect an HDMI compatible display.  
3. When you turn the unit on for the first time, a setting menu appears. Use the arrow buttons and the OK button to select the Gen-  
eral option, and then the Clock Set option (for details, see page 32). Set the proper time and date. When you are finished, press the  
SETUP button to exit the menu system.  
4. Press the V. OUTPUT button on the remote until HDMI is shown on the display.  
5. Press the RESOLUTION button on the remote until the resolution output (480p, 720p or 1080i) matches the resolution of the  
TV or display.  
Note: If the type of display you are connecting doesnt output sound (such as a projector or monitor), change the Digital out HDMI  
setting in the Audio menu to PCM.  
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Connecting to a TV with Component (Y, Pb, Pr) Jacks  
Connect to audio input  
jacks on your TV using  
the audio cable.  
Video cable  
(not supplied)  
Component video input  
TV  
1. Connect the audio cables to the ANALOG AUDIO OUTPUT 2CH L (left – white) and R (right – red) jacks on the back of your  
HD DVD Player, and to the corresponding Audio Input jacks on your TV.  
2. Connect the color-coded Y, Pb, Pr cables from the output jacks on the back of your HD DVD player to the Y, Pb, Pr video in jacks on  
your TV.  
3. Turn on the unit and your TV.  
4. When you turn the unit on for the first time, a setting menu appears. Use the arrow buttons and the OK button to select the Gen-  
eral option, and then the Clock Set option (for details, see page 32). Set the proper time and date. When you are finished, press the  
SETUP button to exit the menu system.  
5. Press the V. OUTPUT button until the HDMI indicator on the display is OFF.  
6. Press the RESOLUTION button on the remote until the resolution output (480i, 480p, 720p or 1080i) matches the resolution of the  
TV or display.  
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Connections and Setup  
Connecting to a TV with Composite or S-Video Jacks  
VIDEO INPUT  
INPUT  
INPUT  
INPUT  
VIDEO  
VIDEO  
VID
White  
L
L
AUDIO  
R
L
AUDIO  
R
AUDIO  
R
Red  
Yellow  
Audio cable (supplied)  
S-video cable  
(not supplied)  
Video cable  
(supplied)  
White  
Yellow  
Red  
1. Connect the audio cables to the ANALOG AUDIO OUTPUT 2CH L (left – white) and R (right – red) jacks on the back of your  
HD DVD Player, and to the corresponding Audio Input jacks on your TV.  
2. Connect the video cable.  
• Basic video connection – Connect the video cable (yellow) to the VIDEO OUTPUT jack on the back of your HD DVD Player,  
and to the Video Input jack on your TV.  
OR  
S-Video (optional) – If your TV has an S-Video Input jack, connect an S-Video cable to the S-VIDEO jack on the back of your  
HD DVD Player and to the S-Video INPUT jack on your TV. If your TV doesn’t have S-Video, use the basic video connection  
listed above.  
3.  
Turn on the unit and Your TV.  
4. When you turn the unit on for the first time, a setting menu appears. Use the arrow buttons and the OK button to select the General  
option, and then the Clock Set option (for details, see page 32). Set the proper time and date. When you are finished, press the  
SETUP button to exit the menu system.  
5. Press the V. OUPUT button on the remote until the HDMI indicator on the display is OFF.  
6. Press the RESOLUTION button on the remote until 480i is shown on the display. If 1080i or 720p is selected, video can’t be  
displayed from the S-VIDEO jack and VIDEO jack (yellow).  
Note: Your cable or off-air connection to the television should not be affected by this connection. Connect your cable or off-air antenna  
to your television as you normally would. You may need to consult your television manual for details.  
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Connections and Setup  
Connecting an Audio System  
You can enjoy multichannel surround-sound by connecting to an amplifier compatible with Dolby® Digital and DTS® sound.  
Caution  
When you are connecting an AV decoder via the DIGITAL AUDIO OUTPUT BITSTREAM/PCM jack that does not  
have Dolby Digital, DTS or MPEG decoding capability, set the Digital out SPDIF option in the Audio menu to PCM.  
Otherwise, high volume sound may damage your hearing as well as the speakers.  
Dolby Digital® and DTS®  
Both Dolby Digital and DTS are audio formats used to record 5.1-channel audio signals onto the digital track of film (while the film is be-  
ing made). Both of these formats provide up to six separate channels: left, right, center, left rear, right rear, and common subwoofer.  
The disc will play 5.1-channel sound only if you’ve connected a DTS or Dolby Digital receiver or decoder and if the original movie the  
disc was recorded from was encoded in the Dolby Digital or DTS format.  
Via Digital Audio Output  
Via ꢂ.1 ch Analog Audio Output  
Set "Digital out SPDIF"  
Audio cable  
(not supplied)  
75 coaxial  
cable  
(not supplied)  
Optical digital cable  
(not supplied)  
or  
FRONT(R)  
FRONT(L)  
SURROUND(R)  
SURROUND(L)  
CENTER  
SUBWOOFER  
5.1 analog audio input  
Digital input  
Coaxial  
Digital input  
Optical  
AV ampliꢀer  
AV ampliꢀer  
Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories. Dolby and the double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories.  
Confidential unpublished works. ©1ꢆꢆ2-1ꢆꢆꢄ Dolby Laboratories, Inc. All rights reserved.  
DTS is a registered trademark of Digital Home Theater Systems, Inc.  
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Via HDMI Output  
Caution  
When you are connecting an AV decoder via the HDMI  
OUTPUT jack that does not have Dolby Digital or  
DTS decoding capability, set the Digital out HDMI  
option in the Audio menu to PCM or Downmixed  
PCM. Otherwise, high volume sound may damage your  
hearing as well as the speakers.  
• Set Digital out HDMI  
HDMI cable (supplied)  
Notes:  
Dolby Digital Plus and DTS-HD (DTS core only)  
capability limited to 5.1 channels.  
DTS-HD processing of DTS core only. Full DTS-  
HD is not supported.  
Dolby TrueHD processing for two channels only.  
You may need to adjust the HDMI  
audio output to match the  
capabilities of your AV amplifier.  
HDMI input  
HDMI output  
AV amplifier  
HDMI cable  
(not supplied)  
HDMI compatible device  
HDMI input  
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The Jacks on the Back of the HD DVD Player  
When connecting, make sure you connect Output jacks to Input jacks, Video to Video, Right Audio to Right Audio, etc.  
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1. CONTROL jack  
6. HDMI OUTPUT jack  
Used for custom control devices  
Outputs video/audio signals to a connected TV, monitor or AV  
amplifier. Connect to a TV, monitor or AV amplifier equipped  
with HDMI input.  
2. LAN port  
Use this to connect to a network with an always-on broadband  
connection  
7. DIGITAL AUDIO OUTPUT BITSTREAM/PCM (OPTI-  
CAL/COAXIAL) jacks  
3. AC IN  
Outputs digital audio signals. Connect to a digital audio input  
on an amplifier equipped with digital audio decoder. When con-  
necting the optional digital cable, fit the connector into the jack  
firmly.  
Connect the power cord here.  
4. VIDEO OUTPUT (VIDEO, S-VIDEO) jacks  
Outputs video and audio signals to a connected TV or ampli-  
fier.  
8. ANALOG AUDIO OUTPUT 5.1 CH SURROUND jacks  
5. COMPONENT OUTPUT jacks  
Connect to an amplifier equipped with 5.1 CH audio input.  
Outputs video signals to a connected TV or monitor.  
9. ANALOG AUDIO OUTPUT 2 CH jacks  
Outputs audio signals to a connected TV or AV amplifier.  
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Front Panel Controls  
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3
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10  
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* The above illustration displays the front panel with the cover open. See below on how to open the cover.  
1. ON/STANDBY Turns the unit on or puts it in STANDBY  
mode (off).  
2. Front Panel Display Displays information about the current  
state of the player and/or disc.  
3. Remote sensor Picks up signals from the remote.  
4. OPEN/CLOSE Press to open and close the disc tray.  
Note  
Do not place a heavy object on the cover while it is open.  
Doing so may damage the player.  
5. PLAY Begins disc play (and closes disc tray if open).  
6.  
7.  
8.  
(stop) Stops disc play.  
(pause) Pauses disc play.  
(skip backward) During playback, moves to the  
beginning of the preceding title, chapter, or track on a disc.  
9.  
(skip forward) During playback, advances to the  
beginning of the next title, chapter or track.  
10. Disc Tray Discs are inserted here. Press OPEN/CLOSE to  
open and close disc tray.  
11. Game Controller Ports Use to connect a game controller(s).  
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Connections and Setup  
The Display Panel  
1. Status indicator  
10. 2ch indicator  
Shows whether disc is playing or paused.  
Lights when 2 channel (L/R) sound is output.  
2. Disc indicator  
11. MULTI indicator  
HD DVD is displayed when an HD DVD disc is loaded.  
Lights when 5.1 channel sound is output.  
DVD is displayed when a DVD disc is loaded.  
12. Repeat mode indicator  
Lights when playing in repeat mode.  
3. TITLE indicator  
Lights when a title number is displayed.  
13. Angle icon indicator  
Lights when playing a scene recorded with multi angles.  
4. CHP (Chapter) indicator  
Lights when a chapter number is displayed.  
14. Multi display  
Displays the total playing time of the disc, elapsed time, re-  
maining time, title number, chapter number or message, etc.  
5. CD indicator  
Lights when a CD is loaded.  
15. Video output format indicator  
6. HDMI Indicator  
Displays the video output format currently selected.  
Lights when selecting the HDMI output.  
480i : 480 interlace  
7. TRK (Track) indicator  
480p : 480 progressive  
720p : 720 progressive  
1080i : 1080 interlace  
Lights when a track number is displayed.  
8. TOTAL indicator  
Lights when the total playing time of the disc is displayed.  
9. REMAIN  
Lights when a remaining playback time is displayed.  
NOTES:  
Every time you press DISPLAY button, the display changes the contents. The display may not change, depending on the disc conditions.  
Press the DIMMER button on the remote control to change the brightness of the display. Turning off the power resets the display to the  
default.  
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Connections and Setup  
A Quick Tour of The Remote  
This remote may not operate some or all features of your TV or monitor, so it may be  
necessary to use your original remote. The buttons must be programmed to operate other  
brands of TVs (see page 19).  
Buttons that operate your TV  
In order to use this remote with your TV, you first have to program the remote. See page 19.  
TV ON/STANDBY Use this button to turn on a compatible TV.  
TV INPUT Changes the TV input selection.  
VOL+/- Changes the TV volume.  
CH +/- Changes the TV channels.  
TV MUTE Reduces sound to an inaudible level.  
TV CODE Use this button to program your remote to control your TV (see page 19).  
Buttons that operate your HD DVD Player  
ON/STANDBY Use this button to turn on your HD DVD player.  
OPEN/CLOSE Press to open and close the disc tray.  
DISPLAY Press this button to display information about a disc.  
ANGLE Press this button to access various camera angles on a disc (if the disc contains  
multiple camera angles).  
SUBTITLE When a disc is playing, press this button to show the Subtitle display (if the disc  
was created with subtitles).  
AUDIO Press this button to select a different language for disc playback (provided the disc  
was authored with multiple languages).  
TOP MENU Accesses the DVD disc guide (if available).  
MENU Brings up a menu for recordable discs.  
OK Selects menu items.  
Arrow buttons Use the arrow buttons (left, right, up, and down) to move through the  
on-screen menus. You highlight a menu item by pressing the arrow buttons and select a  
highlighted item by pressing the OK button.  
RESUME PLAY Press this button to resume playback at the point you stopped watching.  
RETURN Goes back to the previous screen.  
(skip backward) During playback, moves to the beginning of the preceding title,  
chapter, or track on a disc.  
REV Press this button during playback to reverse through the disc.  
FWD Press this button during playback to advance through the disc.  
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PAUSE/STEP Press this button to pause disc play. For HD DVD discs, press again to play  
forward a frame at a time.  
PLAY Begins disc play.  
STOP Stops disc play.  
(skip forward) During playback, advances to the beginning of the next title, chapter  
or track.  
CURSOR Press this button to use a cursor on discs that include game or drawing software.  
After you press the CURSOR button, press the arrow buttons to move the cursor.  
REPEAT Press this button to bring up the Repeat info display. You can repeat part or all of  
a chapter, track, or an entire disc.  
DIMMER Press this button to change the brightness of the display.  
SLOW Plays video in slow motion.  
A, B, C, D buttons These buttons perform certain functions during HD DVD playback.  
The functions differ from disc to disc; use them as indicated on the disc.  
Number buttons Use the number buttons to input information such as chapter numbers,  
track numbers, or to make selections on some menu screens.  
T. SEARCH Use this button to go to an elapsed time on a disc.  
RESOLUTION Press to set the resolution to match the TV. The resolution setting is  
displayed in the player window.  
V. OUTPUT Switches to the HDMI output. When HDMI output is selected. Component  
or composite video can’t be displayed.  
SETUP Brings up the Setup menu, which you can use to customize features and settings.  
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Programming the HD DVD Remote to Operate  
Your TV  
This remote is already programmed to work with RCA TVs. If you have a TV that is another brand, the re-  
mote can be programmed to control most brands of remote controllable TVs.  
Entering Codes  
To control a TV that is not an RCA TV, you’ll need to enter the specific codes for the brand of TV you have.  
1. Turn on the TV to be programmed.  
2. Look up the brand and code number(s) for the TV on the following page.  
3. Point the HD DVD Player’s remote at the TV.  
4. Press and hold the TV CODE button on the remote.  
5. Enter the code for your TV (from the list on the next page).  
6. Release the TV CODE button, and then press TV ON/STANDBY to see if the TV responds to the  
command.  
7. If you get no response, repeat these steps using the next code listed for your brand, until the TV responds  
to the remote commands.  
Notes: This remote may not be compatible with all brands and models of televisions.  
Once you program this remote to operate you TV, it may not operate all the features on your TV. If you  
want to use features on your TV that this remote doesnt control, use the TV’s original remote.  
When you replace the batteries in the remote, you will have to reprogram the remote.  
Important!  
You must continue pressing the TV CODE button while you enter the code.  
For example, let’s say you have a Toshiba TV. To program the remote to operate the TV you would:  
Press and hold the TV CODE button while you enter the first code listed for Toshiba in the Brand Code  
Table.  
Release the TV CODE button. Press TV ON/STANDBY to see if the TV responds. If it doesn’t, follow the  
same steps, but enter the second code instead of the first.  
Operating the TV with the Remote  
Once you have programmed the remote, use the TV INPUT button to change the video input between the  
TV and HD DVD player.  
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TV Codes  
Brand name  
Brand code  
Brand name  
Brand code  
RCA  
0051 0221 0501 0621 0661 0711  
0871 0921 0941 1001 1041 1071  
1091 1181 1241 1301 1461 1521  
1531 2481 4361 4861 4881 5681  
6641  
Philco  
0051 0161 0271 0291 0361 0421  
0501 0551 0621 0631 0661 0711  
0051 0161 0271 0321 0361 0421  
0461 0551 0621 0631 0661 0711  
2141 2351 5221 5401 5411 5431  
5451 5461 5481 5501 5531 5541  
5601  
(default code is 0001)  
Philips  
Bell & Howell  
Citizen  
0081 0431  
0051 0381 0471 0551 0621 0851  
1561  
Pioneer  
0051 0621 0681 0721 0751 1061  
1241  
Curtis Mathes  
Emerson  
0051 0431 0531 0621 0851 1521  
1561 6671  
Proton  
0051 0161 0621 0651 2491  
0711 0741 0801 1271 2281 5651  
5661  
Quasar  
0051 0111 0121 0141 0151 0161  
0201 0211 0351 0381 0431 0521  
0561 0621 0691 1241 1291 1371  
1561 2481 4861  
Radio Shack  
0431 1521 2481  
Radio Shack/Realistic  
0051 0161 0381 0431 0541 0621  
1431 1561 6671  
Fisher  
GE  
0251 0401 0431 1151 2451  
0051 0091 0181 0321 0371 0591  
0621 0711 0741 1041 1471 1521  
2481 4691 4881 4891 6671  
0051 0161 0231 0451 0501 0621  
0661 0771 0961 1431 1561 2491  
0031 0051 0161 0191 0301 0601  
0621 0641 0671 0811 0951 1011  
1061 1241 1361 2131 2381 4731  
4911 4961  
Realistic  
Runco  
0431 1521  
0011  
Samsung  
0051 0161 0501 0531 0621 0661  
0851 0931 1021 1141 1431 1561  
1841 2311 4011  
Goldstar  
Hitachi  
Sanyo  
Sears  
0051 0261 0401 0431 0791 0901  
1151  
0051 0151 0191 0251 0331 0401  
0411 0431 0621 0661 1041 1081  
1151 1481 1521 2481 6671  
0051 0111 0161 0351 0541 0581  
0611 0621 0731 0891 1101 1561  
2181 5741 5751  
Infinity  
JBL  
0631  
0631  
Sharp  
JVC  
0101 0161 0191 0241 0331 0511  
0561 0601 0741 1321 1421 2171  
4351 4701 4751 4771 4971 5031  
5041 5051  
Sony  
0441 1111 1231 1511 1901  
0051 0151 0381 0551 0621 2481  
0051 0071 0271 0291 0341 0361  
0421 0551 0621 0631 0661 0861  
1441 2191 2201 4151 5481  
1101  
Soundesign  
Sylvania  
LXI  
0411 0431 0621 0631 1041 1171  
1521 2491 6671  
Magnavox  
0051 0271 0291 0341 0361 0421  
0551 0621 0631 0661 0971 0981  
2221 5221 5231 5241  
Tandy  
Technics  
Teknika  
0741  
Marantz  
0051 0481 0621 0631 0641 2491  
0081 0431 0501 0621 2491 4421  
5251  
0051 0081 0151 0161 0191 0341  
0381 0471 0501 0551 0621 0851  
1271 1561 2481  
Memorex  
Toshiba  
Wards  
MGA  
0021 0071 0411 0431 0831 0841  
0851 1341 1781 2121 2491 4371  
5951 5971 6041  
0051 0251 0261 0371 0501 0621  
0661 0761  
Mitsubishi  
0051 0251 0261 0371 0491 0501  
0621 0661 0761 2231 5261 5271  
0051 0501 0621 0851  
0051 0081 0141 0151 0181 0211  
0271 0321 0341 0361 0421 0501  
0541 0621 0631 0661 1051 1521  
2491 6671  
MTC  
NAD  
0411 0621 1061  
Optonica  
0541 1101  
Zenith  
0011 0051 0081 0781 1281 2441  
4821 6151 6171 6181  
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Chapter 2  
Playing Discs  
Chapter Overview:  
• Regional Coding  
Types of Discs your HD DVD Player will Play  
• Using Different Menus  
• Loading and Playing Discs  
• Using a Disc Menu  
• Playback Features  
• Playing mp3/WMA files  
• Connecting Game Controllers  
Changing Entertainment. Again.  
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Playing Discs  
Regional Coding  
Both the HD DVD player and the discs are coded by region. These regional codes must match in order for the  
disc to play. If the codes don’t match, the disc won’t play. This player’s code is region 1.  
Image Constraint Warning Labels  
Some content providers may use an Image Constraint Token (ICT) for HD DVD movie titles played through  
an analog connection. An ICT constrains the picture to half the resolution of a full HD picture. If an ICT  
is used, the content provider is required to put a warning label on the disc to let consumers know of the  
limitation.  
Types of Discs your HD DVD Player will Play  
(CPRM compatible discs  
cannot be played)  
Finalized discs only  
Finalized discs only  
(not certified)  
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ꢀ PlayingꢀDiscs  
Using Different Menus  
Each disc is programmed with different features. There are two separate ways to access features:  
The Disc menu – The Disc menu is part of each disc and is separate from the HD DVD player’s menu.  
The contents of each disc menu varies according to how the disc was authored and what features are  
included. The disc menu is turned on and off (while the disc is playing) with the TOP MENU button on  
the remote.  
If a disc was recorded from a personal device such as a DVD recorder, it may contain a title menu.  
For discs recorded on personal devices, press the MENU or TOP MENU button.  
The HD DVD player menu – The HD DVD player’s menu system is accessed only when a disc isn’t  
playing. Press SETUP on the remote to bring up the HD DVD player menu.  
Remember that a feature will only work if the disc was programmed with that feature. For example, if you have  
subtitles turned on, the subtitles will only appear if the disc was created with subtitles.  
Loading and Playing Discs  
Turn on the TV and your HD DVD player (press ON/STANDBY on the player or the remote control).  
1. Press the OPEN/CLOSE button on the remote control or the front of the  
HD DVD player.  
2. Place a disc gently into the tray with the disc’s label facing up (double-sided  
discs have content on both sides, so you can place either side up).  
3. Press the OPEN/CLOSE or PLAY button on the front of the player to close  
This is an example of a  
one-sided disc.  
the disc tray.  
The HD DVD player reads the disc’s table of contents, and then one of three  
things happens depending on how the disc was programmed:  
• The disc starts playing.  
• The disc menu appears on the screen. One of the options will start disc  
play. Highlight that option and press OK.  
• The HD DVD player’s main menu appears on the screen. Press the PLAY  
or OK button on the remote.  
This is an example of a  
2-sided disc.The title is  
in the center.  
When you stop playing a disc, the player remembers where you stopped. Press  
RESUME PLAY to begin playback from the place you stopped. To begin the title  
over, press STOP again.  
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Playing Discs  
Using a Disc Menu  
A disc is capable of having an on-screen menu that is separate from the HD DVD player’s menu system and  
on-screen information display. The disc menu might only contain a list of the titles and chapters, or it may  
allow you to change features such as language and playback settings.  
Note: “Default settings” are the settings that the player will default to each time it is turned on.  
Any settings you change with the disc menu only temporarily override the default settings.  
Use the Setup Menu of the HD DVD player to change the default settings (See chapter 3).  
Although the content and operation of disc menus varies from disc to disc, the following example will give you  
an idea of what to expect.  
1. While the disc is playing, press TOP MENU. The disc menu appears.  
An example of a disc menu. Menus on  
discs vary.  
2. Press the up/down arrow buttons to highlight the menu item you want  
to choose, and press OK. In the example on the left, Language has been  
highlighted.  
In this example, The Language setting  
is highlighted. To see language op-  
tions, press OK on the remote.  
3. Press the up/down arrows to select a language, and press OK.  
4. Press PLAY to resume playback.  
Note: Any settings you change on the disc menu only override the settings in  
the HD DVD player’s menu temporarily. Default settings are the settings  
that you set up in the HD DVD player’s menu system. To change the default  
settings, see Chapter 3.  
In the example on the left, English is  
highlighted. Press OK on the remote to  
play the disc with English dialog.  
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Playing Discs  
Playback Features  
Playing at Different Speeds (DVDs and CDs)  
Skipping backwards to chapters or  
tracks  
Press  
to start playback from the  
beginning of the current chapter or track.  
Press twice to start playback from the  
beginning of the previous chapter or track.  
Fast reverse or Fast Forward  
Advancing frame-by-frame  
During playback, press to pause the  
picture.  
During normal playback, press  
for fast forward playback  
for fast reverse playback  
If you press while a picture is paused,  
you can advance one frame at a time.  
Each time you press the button, the  
playback speed increases.  
To resume normal playback, press PLAY.  
To resume normal playback, press  
PLAY.  
 
Skipping ahead to chapters or  
tracks  
Press  
to start playback from  
Search  
the beginning of the next chapter  
or track.  
Press to bring up the Search  
display. Search for a title,  
chapter or enter an elapsed  
time to go to an exact  
location on a disc.  
Slow Motion  
Press SLOW during playback to  
play video in slow motion.  
Each time you press the button,  
the slow-motion speed changes.  
To resume normal playback, press  
PLAY.  
 
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Playing Discs  
Selecting a Title Number  
1. Press the T. SEARCH button on the remote control to bring up the search  
display. The Title field is highlighted.  
2. Use the number buttons to enter the number of the title you want to play and  
press OK.  
3. To clear the banner from the screen, press T. SEARCH three more times.  
Selecting a Chapter Number  
1. Press the T. SEARCH button on the remote control to bring up the search  
display. Press again to move to the chapter section.  
2. Use the number buttons to enter the number of the chapter you want to play  
and press OK.  
3. To clear the banner from the screen, press T. SEARCH two more times.  
Entering an Elapsed Time  
You can use the Time Search feature to go to a specific point in a title.  
1. Press the T. SEARCH button to bring up the info display. Press again until the Time section is highlighted.  
2. Use the number buttons to enter the elapsed time you want to go to in that title. For example, entering 01:35:12 will start playback  
one hour, thirty-five minutes and twelve seconds into the title.  
3. Press T. SEARCH again to clear the display from the screen.  
Resume Playback  
If you stop playback (by pressing STOP) and want to start again where you left off, press RESUME PLAY. If you press STOP a second  
time, the resume feature is canceled.  
The Resume feature won’t work when:  
− you select a disc menu language or change the parental lock setting.  
− you open the disc tray.  
Subtitles  
Subtitle:  
ENG  
1
When a DVD is recorded with subtitles, you can use the Subtitle feature to view the  
subtitles on-screen. To turn subtitles on:  
1. Press the SUBTITLE button on the remote during playback. The Subtitle info  
display appears showing the current setting. The setting is shown as an abbreviated  
code. For a list of language codes, see page 49.  
2. To display subtitles, press the SUBTITLE button again. The languages included  
on the disc will be displayed. To select a different language, use the up/down arrow  
buttons to scroll through the available languages. When the desired language is  
highlighted, press the right/left arrows to turn subtitles on/off.  
Notes:  
Some DVD video discs are set to display subtitles automatically.  
Not all discs display language name or codes.  
Depending on the scene, subtitles may not appear immediately after you set the  
subtitle function to on.  
Some DVD discs will only allow you to change subtitle languages and turn subtitles  
on or off through the disc (top) menu.  
When you turn on the player or replace a disc, the player returns to the default setting.  
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Playing Discs  
Changing the Audio Language  
When a DVD is recorded with multiple soundtracks, you can use the Audio feature to temporarily change the  
audio language (the language of the soundtrack).  
1. During disc playback, press AUDIO on the remote (the audio language info banner appears). The current  
audio setting is shown as a code. See page 49 for a list of language codes.  
2. Press the down arrow key to scroll through available languages.  
3. When the highlight is on the desired language, press AUDIO again to select it.  
Note: When you play a disc the player’s default audio language is selected. If the disc does not contain the  
language you selected, the disc’s default language is automatically selected.  
This feature is disc-dependent, and may not work with all DVDs.  
Some DVD discs will only let you change the audio language through the DVD (top) menu.  
Discs recorded in DVD VR mode  
Use the steps above to change the audio language on discs recorded in DVD VR mode. Depending on the disc  
or the type of broadcast, variation of sound differs.  
Stereo sound contents  
“Stereo” or “LR” (Left main channel and right sub channel)  
(Right sub channel)  
“L” (Left main channel)  
“R”  
Back to “Stereo” or “LR”  
SAP sound contents  
“Main”  
“Sub”  
“Main and Sub”  
Back to “Main”  
Changing the Camera Angle  
Some DVDs contain multiple angles of a particular scene or sequence.  
1. During disc playback, press ANGLE on the remote (The angle icon appears. If no additional camera  
angles are available, an invalid symbol is displayed).  
2. If multiple camera angles are available, the ANGLE icon displays the current angle number and the  
number of angles available. For example, 1/4 indicates that angle one is being displayed, and there are four  
different angles available.  
3. Press the ANGLE button again to go to the next camera angle.  
4. To resume normal playback, scroll through the camera angles until ANGLE turns off.  
You can also change the camera angle when playback is paused. The camera angle changes to the new setting  
when you resume normal playback.  
Note: This feature does not work when a DVD has not been recorded with a multi-camera angle system.  
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Playing Discs  
Using the Repeat Feature (DVDs and CDs)  
There are five repeat options:  
• Chapter – repeats the chapter that is playing  
• Title – repeats the title that is playing  
Track – repeats the track that is playing  
All – repeats entire disc  
Off – turns the repeat function off  
1. While a disc is playing, press REPEAT for a list of repeat options.  
2. Use the up/down arrow buttons to select the repeat option you want to use.  
3. Press OK to begin repeat.  
4. To turn repeat off, press the REPEAT button for the lst of repeat options. Select the OFF option and press  
OK, or press the STOP button.  
Chapter number  
Checking the Operational  
Status and Settings  
To check the current staus and settings of the player,  
press the DISPLAY button on the remote. The  
display will vary, depending on the disc.  
DVD Settings  
Title number  
Title  
Chapter  
002 00:19:13  
0003 00:00:28  
Elapsed time of a title  
Elapsed time of a chapter  
Video Codec:  
Video codec  
Audio: ENG  
Subtitle: – – –  
1
Language setting  
Subtitle setting  
Angle number  
Definition  
Angle: 1/1  
Video Output: 1080i  
Audio Output:  
Sound output setting  
CD Settings  
Track number  
002 00:03:12  
Track  
Elapsed time of a track  
Note: Graphics are for respresentation only; actual screen graphics are subject to change.  
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Playing Discs  
Playing mp3/WMA Files  
mp3/WMA is an audio file format which compresses recorded music. The main advantage of the mp3/WMA format is that CD-quality  
music tracks can be stored on a personal computer in user-friendly compressed files.  
1. Press the OPEN/CLOSE button to open the disc tray. Insert the disc with mp3 or WMA files and close the tray. Depending on the  
recording, playback may begin automatically.  
2. If playback doesn’t begin automatically, a menu is displayed. Use the arrow buttons to select a file.  
3. Press OK.  
Playable files  
Playable discs:  
Sampling frequency:  
Bitrate: WMA:  
mp3:  
CD-R, CD-RW  
44.1 kHz  
48 kbps - 192 kbps  
32 kbps - 320 kbps  
MODE 1  
Format:  
File system:  
ISO9660 Level  
File name (mp3):  
A file name should be alphanumeric (letters and numbers) characters only, and must incorporate the “mp3”  
extension. (e.g. “********.mp3”)  
Less than 50 bytes  
File name (WMA):  
A file name should be alphanumeric (letters and numbers) characters only, and must incorporate the “WMA”  
extension. (e.g. “********.WMA”)  
Less than 50 bytes  
Total number of files:  
WMA codec version:  
Less than 650  
V7, V8, V9 (Stereo sound only)  
This player requires discs/recordings to meet certain technical standards in order to achieve optimal playback quality.  
There are many different types of recordable disc formats (including CD-R containing MP3/WMA ꢀles). Not all recordable discs  
will produce optimal playback quality. The technical criteria set forth in this user’s guide are meant only as a guide. Use of  
CD-R W for MP3 ꢀles is not recommended.  
Microsoft, Windows Media, and the  
Windows Logo are trademarks or  
register ed trademarks of Microsoft  
Corporation in both the United States  
and other countries.  
You must obtain any required permission from copyright  
owners to download or use copyrighted content. Thomson  
cannot and does not grant such permission.  
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Playing Discs  
Connecting Game Controllers  
Some HD DVD discs include game software and drawing software. Your HD DVD player has two ports where you can connect two game  
controllers to play games. USB compatible controllers are required. Some disc functions may not work with all controllers.  
1. Open the cover on the front panel.  
2. Make sure the connector is facing right side up.  
Connect the controllers to the game controller  
ports.  
3. Insert the HD DVD game disc into the disc tray.  
4. Follow the on-screen directions provided on the  
disc.  
Using the Cursor  
1. When you are using a disc that supports cursor use, press the CURSOR  
button on the remote.  
2. The cursor appears on-screen. Use the arrow buttons to move the cursor.  
For detailed information on cursor operations, refer to each disc’s guide.  
OK  
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Chapter 3  
The Menu System  
Chapter Overview:  
• The Picture Menu  
• The Audio Menu  
• The Language Menu  
• The Ethernet Menu  
• The General Manu  
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The Menu System  
The Setup Menu  
The Setup menu lets you customize the settings of your HD DVD player. The various settings are described on  
the following pages. To change settings:  
1. Press the SETUP button on the remote. The Setup menu apprears  
SET UP MENU  
Submenus  
with a list of submenus.  
Picture  
Audio  
Language  
Ethernet  
General  
Digital out SPDIF  
Digital out HDMI  
2. Use the arrow buttons to highlight a submenu option and press OK  
to select it.  
Dynamic Range Control  
Dialog Enhancement  
Speaker Setting  
3. The submenu options appear on the right. Use the arrow buttons to  
select an option and press OK.  
Audio Output Setting category.  
SET UP MENU  
Audio  
Picture  
Audio  
Language  
Ethernet  
General  
Digital out SPDIF  
Digital out HDMI  
Bitstream  
Auto  
Off  
Dynamic Range Control  
Dialog Enhancement  
Speaker Setting  
Submenu  
Options  
Off  
5.1ch  
Select SPDIF Output Format.  
In the image above, the Audio submenu is  
selected.The Audio menu options appear  
on the right.  
Note: Graphics are for representation  
only. Actual on-screen graphics are subject  
to change.  
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The Menu System  
The Picture Menu  
TV Shape  
Depending on the type of television you have, you may want to adjust the screen setting  
(aspect ratio).  
4:3  
Choose this setting if you want the movie to fill the entire screen of your TV. This might  
mean that parts of the picture (the left and right edges) won’t be seen.  
4:3  
Most discs produced in a widescreen format can’t be cropped in this fashion. This means the  
black bars will appear at the top and the bottom of the screen.  
4:3 Letterbox  
Choose this setting if you want to see movies in their original aspect ratio (height-to-width  
ratio). You’ll see the entire frame of the movie, but it will take up a smaller portion of the  
screen vertically. The movie might appear with black bars at the top and bottom of the screen.  
16:9  
4:3 Letterbox  
Choose this setting if your player is connected to a widescreen TV. If you choose this setting  
and you don’t have a widescreen TV, the images on the screen may appear distorted.  
If you play a disc recorded in 4:3 format on a widescreen TV, black bars will appear on the  
left and right side of the screen.  
Notes:  
When an HD DVD disc or a DVD video disc has a set picture shape, the contents may  
not be compatible with other picture shapes.  
DVD video discs containing 4:3 picture format only always display video in 4:3 format  
regardless of the setting on your player.  
Actual picture shape may depend on signal types of broadcasts or input sources, or  
settings on the connected TV. Refer to you TV User’s Guide.  
16:9  
Enhanced Black Level  
Black level refers to the quality of black in the picture.  
Select On to display deeper, richer black.  
Select Off to display softer black.  
Picture Mode  
There are two types of source content in video recorded on DVD video discs: film content (pictures recorded at 24 frames per second) and  
video content (video signals recorded at 30 frames per second). Make this selection according to the type of content you are viewing, or  
select the Auto option to have the player automatically detect the type of content.  
Film – The player converts film content to the progressive output format. Suitable for playback of film content.  
Video – The player filters video signal, and converts it to the progressive output format. Suitable for playback of video content.  
Auto – The player automatically detects the source content (film or video) of playback source, and converts that signal to the appropriate  
progressive output format.  
Note: Depending on the disc, the Auto setting may not be able to detect source content. If the picture is doubled, roughened, or abnormal,  
select the Film or Video option to improve the picture.  
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The Menu System  
The Audio Menu  
Digital out SPDIF  
Use this option to select the output sound format when an audio device, such as an amplifier, is connected to  
the DIGITAL AUDIO OUTPUT BITSTREAM/PCM jack on your player.  
For details about output sound selection, see page 50.  
Bitstream  
Select this when an amplifier equipped with built-in Dolby Digital, DTS or MPEG decoder is connected  
to the player. When you play a disc recorded in Dolby Digital or DTS format, digital audio signal  
(bitstream audio) is output.  
PCM  
Select this when a 2 channel digital stereo amplifier is connected to the player. When you play an HD  
DVD or DVD video disc recorded in Dolby Digital, Dolby Digital Plus, Dolby TrueHD, DTS or DTS-  
HD format, sound is converted into PCM (2 channel) format to output.  
Digital out HDMI  
Use this option to select the output sound format when a device equipped with an HDMI terminal is  
connected to the HDMI OUTPUT jack on this player.  
For details about output sound selection, see page 50.  
Auto  
Select this when an HDMI device equipped with built-in Dolby Digital, DTS, MPEG or linear PCM  
decoder is connected to this player. When you play a disc recorded in Dolby Digital or DTS format,  
digital audio signal (bitstream audio) is output.  
If a connected HDMI device does not support Dolby Digital, DTS or MPEG, sound is converted into  
linear PCM to output.  
Bitstream  
Select this when an HDMI device equipped with built-in Dolby Digital, DTS or MPEG decoder is  
connected to this player. When you play a disc recorded in Dolby Digital, DTS or MPEG format, digital  
audio signal (bitstream audio) is output.  
PCM  
Select this when an HDMI device which has multi channel output is connected to this player. When you  
play an HD DVD or DVD video disc recorded in multi channel in Dolby Digital, Dolby Digital Plus,  
Dolby TrueHD, DTS or DTS-HD format, the sound is decoded and output in multi channel in linear  
PCM format.  
Downmixed PCM  
Select this when a 2 channel digital stereo amplifi er is connected to this player. When you play a DVD  
video disc recorded in Dolby Digital, DTS, MPEG1 or MPEG2 format, sound is converted into PCM (2  
channel) format to output.  
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The Menu System  
Dynamic Range Control  
This option compresses the dynamic range (quietest sound to loudest sound) of a disc’s soundtrack. The Range  
Control feature evens out the volume by making loud sounds quieter and soft sounds louder.  
On  
When Dynamic range control is on, the difference between loud and soft noises is lessened. The sound is  
more even.  
Off  
When Dynamic range is off, the sound is as it was recorded.  
Note: This function is effective only in playback of Dolby Digital recorded HD DVD or DVD video discs.  
The effect of this option varies depending on the disc.  
Dialog Enhancement  
This option changes the dialog volume on a DVD disc.  
On  
When this option is on, the volume of dialog is increased.  
Off  
When this option is off, dialog is as it was recorded.  
Note: This function works only in playback of Dolby Digital recorded HD DVD or DVD video discs. The  
effect of this option varies depending on the disc.  
This function works only when speaker setting is set to 2 ch.  
Speaker Setup  
Positioning speakers  
Follow the suggestions for speaker placement below to get the best results. Once you have your speakers  
positioned, adjust the settings.  
Left, Right (Front Speakers)  
Front speakers carry primarily music and sound effects.  
1
2
3
1
Center  
In surround mode, the center speaker carries most of the dialog as well as music and effects. It  
should be set between the left and right speakers.  
2
3
Surround (Rear Speakers)  
The rear speakers’ overall sound balance should be as close as possible to the front speakers.  
Proper placement is vital to establish an evenly distributed sound field.  
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Subwoofer  
A subwoofer is designed to reproduce powerful low bass effects (explosions, the rumble of  
spaceships, etc.) which dramatically heighten the action on the screen.  
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The Menu System  
Front Speaker Placement  
Alignment  
Align the center speaker evenly with (A) or slightly behind (B) (the left and right speakers), but not  
ahead of them.  
Angle  
Courtesy Dolby Laboratories  
Place the left and right speakers to form a 45-degree angle with your favorite viewing position to  
duplicate the soundtrack mixer’s perspective.  
Height  
The mid- and high-frequency drivers of the three front speakers should be as close as possible to  
the same height. This often requires placing the center speaker directly on top (A) or beneath (B)  
the TV set.  
Preferred Surround Placement  
Courtesy Dolby Laboratories  
Location  
If possible, place surround speakers to either side of the listening area, not behind it.  
Height  
If space permits, install surround speakers 2-3 feet above viewers. This helps to minimize  
localization effects.  
Aiming  
Aim surround speakers straight across the room, not down at viewers, to help create a more  
open, spacious surround sound field.  
Alternative Surround Placement  
Rear Wall  
If rear wall mounting is the only choice, aim the speakers at each other (A), towards the  
front (B) or towards the sidewalls (C, D). Experiment with placement until sounds seem to  
surround you, rather than come from behind you.  
Speaker Setting  
Use this option to select parameters for the analog 5.1 channel output.  
2ch  
Select when a 2 channel stereo system is connected to the player.  
5.1ch  
Select when a 5.1 channel surround system is connected to the player.  
When you select 5.1 ch, you can set the speaker sizes, distance to each speaker and the crossover frequency.  
Crossovers split the audio signal into separate frequency bands and sends the frequencies to the speakers that  
are capable of playing them. For example, if your small speakers can’t play frequencies lower that 80Hz, the  
crossover will separate the audio signal so frequencies lower than 80Hz will go to a larger speaker that is capavle  
of playing them. You can choose between 80 Hz/100 Hz/120 Hz.  
1 Select a speaker by pressing the arrow buttons, and press OK.  
2 Select the size by pressing the up/down buttons, and press OK.  
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Front Left / Front Right  
Small: If the speaker cannot output low frequency, select the appropriate Crossover Setting.  
Large: If the speaker can output low frequency, select the appropriate Crossover Setting.  
Center / L Surround / R Surround  
Small: If the speaker cannot output low frequency, select the appropriate Crossover Setting.  
Large: If the speaker can output low frequency, select the appropriate Crossover Setting.  
None: Select if no speaker is connected.  
Subwoofer  
Select when a subwoofer is connected.  
Setting the Speaker Distance  
1. Select a distance to each speaker from the listening position.  
2. Select Next by pressing the arrow buttons, and press OK.  
3. Select Automatic Test Tone by pressing the arrow buttons, and press OK.  
4. A test signal is sent to each speaker. Adjust the volume of each speaker by pressing the right/left arrow  
buttons to select a speaker, an pressing the up/down arrow buttons to adjust the volume of that speaker. .  
Note: For further adjustment, check the channel balance on theamplifier.  
5. When complete, select OK and press the OK button.  
The Language Menu  
Disc Menu Language  
This option lets you select which language you want the disc (top) menu displayed in.  
You can select a language from the list, or, if the language you want isn’t listed, you can input the language of  
your choice by using the Language Code List.  
1. Get the language code of your preferred language from the Language code list ( page 49).  
2. Select the first character by pressing the up/down arrow buttons.  
3. Press the right/left arrow buttons to move to the next position. Select the second character with the up/  
down arrow buttons.  
4. Select OK and press the OK button.  
Note: The menu language will only appear in the language you have selected if the disc was programmed to  
display that language. Languages vary from disc to disc.  
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The Menu System  
Subtitle Language  
This option lets you select which language you want subtitles displayed in.  
You can select a language from the list, or, if the language you want isn’t listed, you can input the language of  
your choice by using the Language Code List.  
1. Get the language code of your preferred language from the Language code list ( page 49).  
2. Select the first character by pressing the up/down arrow buttons.  
3. Press the right/left arrow buttons to move to the next position. Select the second character with the up/  
down arrow buttons.  
4. Select OK and press the OK button.  
Note: The subtitle language will only appear in the language you have selected if the disc was programmed  
with subtitles in that language. Languages vary from disc to disc.  
Some discs only allow you to change subtitle language from the disc (top) menu.  
Audio Language  
This option lets you choose a preferred soundtrack language. You can select a language from the list, or, if the  
language you want isn’t listed, you can input the language of your choice by using the Language Code List.  
1. Get the language code of your preferred language from the Language code list ( page 49).  
2. Select the first character by pressing the up/down arrow buttons.  
3. Press the right/left arrow buttons to move to the next position. Select the second character with the up/  
down arrow buttons.  
4. Select OK and press the OK button.  
Note: The audio language will only be played in the language you choose if the disc was programmed with  
that language. Languages vary from disc to disc.  
On Screen Language  
This option lets you select a preferred language for the HD DVD player’s on-screen displays.  
You can choose between English, French and Japanese.  
The Ethernet Menu  
This menu offers options that are required in order to use the internet feature. It contains settings necessary to  
use the web access function connecting this player to internet. See page 44 for a full description of the options.  
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The Menu System  
The General Menu  
Parental Lock  
Creating a Password  
You can use the Parental Lock feature to control what types of movies your family watches. When Parental  
Lock is on, a password is required to watch movies with certain ratings (you can set which ratings require a  
password).  
When you use your HD DVD player for the first time, enter a 4-digit password using the number buttons and  
press OK. If you make a mistake, press the CLEAR button before pressing OK.  
Changing the Password  
To change the password:  
1. At the Parental Lock menu, press the STOP button 4 times, then press OK. The password is cleared.  
2. Enter a new 4-digit password by using the number buttons.  
3. Press OK.  
Setting Parental Lock  
Parental Lock  
1. Select On or Off by pressing the up/down arrow buttons. Press the right arrow  
Lock  
Area Code Level  
button to move to the Area Code field.  
to  
/
change  
Off  
U
S
8
OK  
Cancel  
2. Press the up/down arrow buttons to enter the code of a country/area whose  
standards were used to rate a disc (see country list on the left). Press the right  
arrow button to move to the Level field.  
3
1
2
3. Select the desired rating level by pressing the up/down arrow buttons.  
/
to move  
The ratings for the US are as follows:  
Level 1 : G  
COUNTRY AREA CODE LIST  
NL NETHERLANDS  
NO NORWAY  
AU AUSTRALIA  
BE BELGIUM  
Level 3 : PG  
PH PHILIPPINES  
RU RUSSIAN FEDERATION  
SG SINGAPORE  
ES SPAIN  
CA CANADA  
Level 4 : PG13  
CN CHINA  
Level 6 : R  
HK CHINA HONG KONG  
DK DENMARK  
Level 7 : NC-17  
SE SWEDEN  
FI  
FINLAND  
4. Select “OK” then press OK button.  
CH SWITZERLAND  
TW TAIWAN  
FR FRANCE  
When Parental Lock is turned on, a disc that has a higher rating level than your  
selected rating level cannot be played back. For example, if you select level 7, discs  
exceeding level 8 are locked and cannot be played back.  
DE GERMANY  
ID INDONESIA  
TH THAILAND  
GB UNITED KINGDOM  
US UNITED STATES  
IT  
ITALY  
JP JAPAN  
Changing the Parental Lock Rating Level  
MY MALAYSIA  
To change the rating level of the Parental Lock function, follow steps 1 - 3 above.  
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The Menu System  
Clock Set  
To set the clock of the player.  
Clock set  
Number buttons  
(Month/Day/Year)  
03 / 12 / 06  
09 : 27 : 48 AM  
OK Cancel  
to change  
1. Press the arrow buttons to select the field you want to change.  
2. Press the number buttons to change the digits to set the date and time.  
3. Press the up/down arrow buttons to select AM or PM and your time zone.  
4. Select OK and press the OK button.  
Eastern Time  
to change  
/
The clock starts.  
OSD On/Off  
Use this option to turn on-screen displays on or off.  
Remote Control Sound  
When remote control sound is on, a beep sounds to tell you a remote command has been received. You can turn the sound off.  
Screen Saver  
Your HD DVD player has a screen saver function that helps protect your TV from image burn when still image stays on-screen for a  
prolonged period of time. When playback has been paused for 20 minutes, the screen saver is activated. The screen saver will disappear  
from the screen when you resume playback or perform another function.  
You can turn off the screen saver so it doesn’t appear at all. However, it is recommended that you keep the screen saver function activated.  
Skin  
Use this option to select the pattern of the on screen controls.  
Maintenance  
Initialize  
This option resets all the settings to the factory default settings.  
Update  
If you have your HD DVD player connected to the Internet, you can use this option to confirm the current cersion of software and to  
download software updates and to confirm. Before you can use this function, the player needs to be connected to the Internet via an  
always-on broadband connection. For details on connecting, go to page 42.  
Note: Before you download a software update, an End User License Agreement will appear on-screen. You must agree with the terms and  
conditions in order to download the update.  
To download software updates, press the SETUP button. Follow the instructions displayed on your screen. If there is no update available,  
a message appears and the process is canceled. Please check the support section of the RCA website for information about software updates  
(including information on how to obtain updates on disc rather than using the Internet Connection feature of the player).  
If you do not have the player connected to the Internet, go to the RCA customer support section of the website for details on how to  
obtain updates on a disc, or if you don’t have Internet access, call RCA customer support.  
Caution!  
Do not unplug, turn off or use any other feature of the player during the download. The writing of the software  
being downloaded will be halted and the player may no longer work properly. If the player stops working,  
contact RCA Customer Support.  
Persistent Storage  
This option lets you control the HD DVD player’s memory allocated to contents. The menu selections vary depending on the contents.  
Follow the on-screen instructions.  
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Chapter 4  
Using an  
Internet connection  
Chapter Overview:  
• Before You Connect to the Internet  
• Connecting to the Internet  
• Internet Settings  
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Using an Internet Connection  
Before you Connect to the Internet  
If you connect the player to the Internet via an always-on broadband connection, you can directly access spe-  
cial HD DVD sites. For example, if an HD DVD site includes content such as movie trailers, you can watch  
the content on the player via the Internet. You will also be able to download software updates for the player  
when available.  
You do not need to connect to a PC, you can connect directly from your HD DVD player.  
Requirements  
An always-on internet broadband internet connection is required to connect your HD DVD player to the  
Internet.  
A 10 Base-T or 100 Base-TX LAN port is required for connection to this player. If your internet service does  
not allow for such a connection, you will not be able to connect the player. If a cable LAN connection is not  
available in your home, use an optional wireless LAN ethernet adapter to access a wireless LAN access point.  
A DSL modem is required to use DSL service and a cable modem is required to use cable modem service. De-  
pending on the access method of and subscriber agreement with your Internet Service Provider, you may not  
be able to use the internet connection feature contained in this player or you may be limited to the number of  
devices you can connect at the same time. (If your ISP limits subscription to one device, this player may not be  
allowed to connect when a PC is already connected.)  
Before using this feature, please read and understand the important information below.  
This always-on internet broadband internet connection requirement may change without advance notice.  
All operations are not guaranteed.  
Thomson is not responsible for any malfunction of the player and/or the internet connection feature due  
to communication errors/malfunctions with your broadband internet connection, or other connected  
equipment.  
Thomson is not responsible for any trouble in your internet connection.  
The features of HD DVD discs made available through the Internet Connection feature are not created  
or provided by Thomson, and Thomson is not responsible for their functionality or continued availability.  
Some disc related material available by the Internet Connection may not be compatible with this player. If  
you have questions about such content, please contact the producer of the disc.  
Some internet content may require a higher bandwidth connection.  
You do not need to connect to a PC to use the Internet.  
An HD DVD disc compatible with this feature (commercially available) is required. Not all HD DVD  
discs are compatible.  
Even if the player is properly connected and configured, some internet content may not operate properly  
because of internet congestion, the quality or bandwidth of your internet service, problems at the provider  
of the content or compatibility issues.  
The communication features of this player comply with the Institute of Electrical and Electronic  
Engineers (IEEE) 802.3.  
Some internet connection operations may not be possible due to certain restrictions set by the Internet  
service provider (ISP) supplying your broadband Internet connection.  
Any fees charged by an ISP including, without limitation, connection charges are your responsibility.  
The use of a Router may not be allowed or its usage may be limited depending on the policies and restric-  
tions of your ISP. For details, contact your ISP directly.  
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Using an Internet Connection  
Connecting to the Internet  
Category 5/CATS or better  
with an RJ 45 connector (not supplied)  
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Using an Internet Connection  
Internet Settings  
DHCP setting  
1. Press the SETUP button on the remote. The Setup menu appears.  
DHCP  
On  
0 . 0 . 0 .  
0 . 0 . 0 .  
0 . 0 . 0 .  
DHCP  
IP Address  
Subnet Mask  
Gateway  
Off  
2. Use the arrow buttons to highlight the Ethernet option, then press OK.  
3. Use the arrow buttons to highlight the DHCP option, then press OK.  
4. Set the DHCP option to On, then press OK.  
0
0
0
Skipped when  
“DHCP” is set  
to “On”.  
DNS  
On  
Off  
5. Set the DNS option to On, then press OK.  
DNS Server  
0 . 0 . 0 .  
Confirm  
OK  
0
6. Select Confirm, then press OK. Confirming starts.  
7. If the setup is successful, an IP appears. Press the OK button.  
If the setup is not successful:  
Cancel  
1. Set the DHCP option to Off then press OK.  
DHCP  
On  
2. Input the addresses into IP address, Subnet Mask and Gateway using the  
number buttons.  
DHCP  
IP Address  
Subnet Mask  
Gateway  
Off  
0 . 0 . 0 .  
0 . 0 . 0 .  
0 . 0 . 0 .  
0
0
0
Refer to the table on the next page.  
3. Set the DNS option to Off then press OK.  
4. Input the address into DNS Server.  
5. Press OK. Confirming starts.  
DNS  
On  
Off  
DNS Server  
0 . 0 . 0 .  
Confirm  
0
Skipped when  
“DHCP” is set  
to “On”.  
OK  
Cancel  
Proxy setting  
Proxy Setting  
Use this setting only if your provider requires a proxy setting.  
Proxy  
On  
Off  
a
a
Server  
Port  
1. On the Ethernet menu, press the arrow buttons to select Proxy setting, then press OK.  
2. Set the Proxy option to ON and press OK.  
0
User  
3. Use the arrow buttons to input information into the Server, Port, User and Password fields.  
4. Select OK and press the OK button.  
Password  
************  
OK Cancel  
User Name and Password  
1. On the Ethernet menu, use the arrow buttons to select the User Information option, then  
User information  
A
User  
press OK.  
Password  
************  
2. Select User and press OK.  
OK  
Cancel  
3. Use the up/down arrow buttons to input letters/numbers. Use the right/left arrow buttons  
to move to a new position. Press OK.  
4. Select Password and press OK. Input your password using the arrow buttons as described  
above. Press OK.  
5. When your password is entered, Select OK and press the OK button.  
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Using an Internet Connection  
Clock Adjustment Setting  
1. On the Ethernet menu, press the up/down buttons to select the NTP Server option, then press OK.  
2. Select On or Off by pressing the up/down arrow buttons.  
Refer to the table below.  
3. Select OK then press the OK button.  
Information on Internet Settings  
DHCP  
On*  
Off  
Network information will be automatically set.  
Network information will be manually set.  
IP Address  
This sets a different address within the same subnet of the  
PC on your network.  
e.g.: If the IP address of the PC is 192.168.1.10, set  
192.168.1.15 (or some other unused address).  
Subnet Mask  
This sets the subnet mask of the network environment that  
will be connected.  
e.g.: 255.255.255.0  
Gateway  
DNS  
This sets the gateway used by the player (e.g.; 192.168.11).  
This sets the DNS server to be used by the player.  
e.g.; 192.168.1.1  
Proxy Setting Off*  
On  
This is set when your provider does not require proxy setting.  
Enter the proxy server address when your provider requires proxy setting. (Up to 63  
single-byte alphanumeric characters or symbols)  
Mac Address (Unable to Displays the MAC address of the player. It cannot be changed.  
set)  
User  
Information  
User  
Set a user name and a password to prevent improper access. Select a password that  
is unique and not known to or easily guessed by others. (Example of passwords to  
avoid: your name or your family’s name, telephone number, birth date, street number  
of address, and car license plate numbers, as well as repetition of the same number or  
symbol.)  
Password  
When the password is entered, the characters are displayed as “ ”. If you forget the  
password, enter a new password.  
NTP Server  
On*  
Off  
The player automatically accesses an internet server to adjust its clock via the network  
time protocol.  
The player does not access an internet server to adjust its clock.  
*indicates default setting  
Notes  
Please contact the router manufacturer when the router DHCP feature is not operating properly.  
The firmware in this player is updateable.  
Using Your Internet Connection  
1. Insert an HD DVD disc and close the disc tray.  
2. If the disc does not begin to play automatically, press PLAY.  
3. If a menu does not appear, press TOP MENU or MENU.  
4. Use the arrow ubttons to select an item from the menu and press OK.  
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Chapter 5  
Other Information  
Chapter Overview:  
Troubleshooting  
• Language Code List  
• Output Sound Conversion Table  
• Limited Warranty  
• Information on Software Updates  
Changing Entertainment. Again.  
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Troubleshooting  
Is the HD DVD player installed in a place with poor ventilation, or are its ventilation  
holes on the back covered? If the inside temperature raises, the HD DVD player turns  
itself off. Make sure the HD DVD player is in a well ventilated area.  
Power turns off  
during operation.  
to the player, i.e., the audio  
amplifier input  
IMPORTANT!  
DO NOT RETURN THIS PRODUCT TO YOUR DEALER.  
If you experience problems, call RCA customer support or mail your  
product in for replacement.  
See the warranty on page 51 for details.  
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Output Sound Conversion Table  
Digital out SDPIF  
Analog  
5.1ch/2ch  
Disc  
Audio Format  
Bitstream  
PCM  
DD plus  
True HD  
5.1ch  
5.1ch/2ch  
2ch/2ch  
2ch/2ch  
2ch/2ch  
5.1ch/2ch  
Yes  
Bitstream*2  
2ch PCM  
2ch PCM*1  
2ch PCM*1  
Bitstream*3  
2ch PCM  
2ch PCM*1  
2ch PCM*1  
Bitstream  
DTS Bitstream  
Bitstream  
2ch PCM  
2ch PCM*1  
Bitstream  
Bitstream  
2ch PCM  
2ch PCM  
2ch PCM  
2ch PCM*1  
2ch PCM*1  
2ch PCM*4  
2ch PCM  
2ch PCM*1  
2ch PCM*1  
2ch PCM  
2ch PCM  
2ch PCM  
2ch PCM  
2ch PCM*1  
2ch PCM*4  
2ch PCM  
2ch PCM  
2ch PCM  
2ch PCM  
2ch PCM  
2ch PCM  
2ch PCM  
2ch PCM  
48kHz  
96kHz  
192kHz  
5.1ch  
48kHz  
96kHz  
192kHz  
HD DVD Video  
Standard  
contents  
dts-HD  
L-PCM  
Yes  
2ch/2ch  
2ch/2ch  
5.1ch/2ch  
5.1ch/2ch  
2ch/2ch  
2ch/2ch  
5.1ch/2ch  
2ch/2ch  
Yes  
MPEG  
Advanced con.  
DVD-Video  
DD  
L-PCM  
5.1ch  
48kHz  
96kHz  
5.1ch  
dts  
MPEG  
L-PCM  
dts  
MP3  
WMA  
DD  
44.1kHz  
44.1kHz  
Yes  
Bitstream  
2ch PCM  
2ch PCM  
Bitstream  
2ch PCM  
Bitstream  
CD  
2ch/2ch  
2ch/2ch  
Yes  
Yes  
Yes  
DVD-VR  
Disc  
L-PCM  
MPEG  
Digital out HDMI  
Audio Format  
Auto  
Bitstream  
PCM  
Downmixed PCM  
DD plus  
True HD  
5.1ch  
Depend on HDMI receiver  
Depend on HDMI receiver  
Depend on HDMI receiver  
Depend on HDMI receiver  
Depend on HDMI receiver  
Depend on HDMI receiver  
Depend on HDMI receiver  
Depend on HDMI receiver  
Depend on HDMI receiver  
Depend on HDMI receiver  
Depend on HDMI receiver  
Bitstream*2  
2ch PCM  
2ch PCM*1  
2ch PCM*1  
Bitstream*3  
2ch PCM  
2ch PCM*1  
2ch PCM*1  
Bitstream  
upto 5.1ch PCM  
2ch PCM  
2ch PCM*4  
2ch PCM*4  
upto 5.1ch PCM*4  
Multi PCM  
Multi PCM*4  
2ch PCM*4  
2ch PCM  
96kHzMulti PCM*4  
Multi PCM  
2ch PCM  
2ch PCM  
2ch PCM*1  
2ch PCM*1  
2ch PCM*4  
2ch PCM  
2ch PCM*1  
2ch PCM*1  
2ch PCM  
48kHz  
96kHz  
192kHz  
5.1ch  
48kHz  
96kHz  
192kHz  
HD DVD Video  
Standard  
contents  
dts-HD  
L-PCM  
MPEG  
Depend on contents  
DD  
Advanced con.  
DVD-Video  
2ch PMC*1  
Bitstream  
2ch PCM*1  
2ch PCM  
5.1ch  
L-PCM  
48k  
96k  
5.1ch  
Depend on HDMI receiver  
Depend on HDMI receiver  
Depend on HDMI receiver  
Depend on HDMI receiver  
2ch PCM  
Depend on HDMI receiver  
2ch PCM  
2ch PCM  
Depend on HDMI receiver  
2ch PCM  
2ch PCM  
2ch PCM*1  
Bitstream  
Bitstream  
2ch PCM  
Bitstream  
2ch PCM  
2ch PCM  
Bitstream  
2ch PCM  
Bitstream  
2ch PCM  
2ch PCM*4  
Multi PCM  
2ch PCM  
2ch PCM  
Multi PCM  
2ch PCM  
2ch PCM  
Multi PCM  
2ch PCM  
2ch PCM  
2ch PCM  
2ch PCM*1  
2ch PCM  
2ch PCM  
2ch PCM  
2ch PCM  
2ch PCM  
2ch PCM  
2ch PCM  
2ch PCM  
2ch PCM  
dts  
MPEG  
L-PCM  
dts  
MP3  
WMA  
DD  
44.1kHz  
44.1kHz  
CD  
DVD-VR  
L-PCM  
MPEG  
Depend on HDMI receiver  
*1: Downsampling PCM.  
*2: Bitstream audio output is possible only when the connected HDMI device has bitstream decoding function. If not, sound is output in PCM (48kHz)  
format.  
*3: Multi channel PCM audio output is possible only when the connected HDMI device has multi channel decoding function.  
*4: This out format is possible only when.the resolution is set to 720p or 1080i. When 480p is selected this will be 48kHz 2ch PCM.  
Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories. Dolby and the double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories.  
Manufactured under license from Digital Theater Systems, Inc. U.S. Pat. No's. 5,451,942; 5,956,674; 5,974,380; 5,978,762;  
6,226,616; 6,487,535 and other U.S. and world-wide patents issued and pendling. "DTS" and "DTS Digital Surround" are  
registered trademarks of Digital Theater Systems, Inc.  
Copyright 1996, 2003 Digital Theater Systems, Inc. All Rights Reserved.  
Notes  
Some discs allow you to change audio selections only via the disc menu. If this is the case, press TOP MENU button and choose the  
appropriate language from the selections on the disc menu.  
When you turn on the player or replace a disc, the player returns to the initial default setting.  
Depending on a disc, a specific type of audio the disc has is output.  
Immediately after you have switched sounds, there may be a temporary discrepancy between the display and actual sound.  
The BITSTREAM/PCM jack may not output SAP sound you select. In this instance, set “Digital out SPDIF” to “PCM”.  
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Limited Warranty  
What your warranty covers:  
Defect in materials or workmanship.  
For how long after your purchase:  
90 days from date of purchase - Unit exchange, which includes parts and labor.  
91 days to 1 year from date of purchase - Unit exchange, which includes parts only; you pay the labor.  
The warranty for rental units begins with the first rental or 45 days from date of shipment to the rental firm, whichever comes first.  
What we will do:  
During the initial 90 days:  
Provide you with a new, or at our option, a refurbished unit. The exchange unit is under warranty for the remainder of the original  
product’s warranty period.  
After the 90 days and within one year:  
Provide you with a new or, at our option, refurbished unit. The exchange unit is under warranty for the remainder of the original product’s  
warranty period. We will bill you a flat exchange charge to replace a defective unit. This charge covers the labor cost for its repair.  
How to make a warranty claim:  
Call 1-800-311-9263 and have your unit’s date of purchase and model/serial number ready. The model/serial number information is  
on the back of your unit.  
A representative will troubleshoot your problem over the phone.  
If the representative determines that you should receive a replacement unit you will be provided with a Service Request (SR) number  
and instructions on how and where to return your unit.  
Proof of purchase in the form of a bill of sale or receipted invoice which is evidence that the product is within the warranty period  
must be presented to obtain warranty service. For rental firms, proof of first rental is also required.  
What your warranty does not cover:  
Acts of nature, such as but not limited to lightning damage.  
Adjustment of customer controls.  
Damage from misuse or neglect.  
A unit that has been modified or incorporated into other products or is used for institutional or other commercial purposes.  
Batteries.  
Units purchased or serviced outside the U.S.A.  
Shipping damage if the unit was not packed and shipped in the manner prescribed by Thomson.  
Product Registration:  
Please complete the online Product Registration on RCA.com/productregistration or complete and mail the Product Registration Card packed with your  
unit. It will make it easier to contact you should it ever be necessary.The return of the card is not required for warranty coverage.  
Limitation of Warranty:  
THE WARRANTY STATED ABOVE IS THE ONLY WARRANTY APPLICABLE TO THIS PRODUCT. ALL OTHER  
WARRANTIES, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED (INCLUDING ALL IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY OR  
FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE) ARE HEREBY DISCLAIMED. NO VERBAL OR WRITTEN INFORMATION  
GIVEN BY THOMSON INC., ITS AGENTS OR EMPLOYEES SHALL CREATE A GUARANTY OR IN ANY WAY  
INCREASE THE SCOPE OF THIS WARRANTY.  
REPAIR OR REPLACEMENT AS PROVIDED UNDER THIS WARRANTY IS THE EXCLUSIVE REMEDY OF THE  
CONSUMER. THOMSON INC. SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES  
RESULTING FROM THE USE OF THIS PRODUCT OR ARISING OUT OF ANY BREACH OF ANY EXPRESS OR  
IMPLIED WARRANTY ON THIS PRODUCT. THIS DISCLAIMER OF WARRANTIES AND LIMITED WARRANTY ARE  
GOVERNED BY THE LAWS OF THE STATE OF INDIANA. EXCEPT TO THE EXTENT PROHIBITED BY APPLICABLE  
LAW, ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE ON THIS  
PRODUCT IS LIMITED TO THE APPLICABLE WARRANTY PERIOD SET FORTH ABOVE.  
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How state law relates to warranty:  
Some states do not allow the exclusion nor limitation of incidental or consequential damages, or limitations on how long an implied  
warranty lasts, so the above limitations or exclusions may not apply to you.  
This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you also may have other rights that vary from state to state.  
If you purchased your product outside the United States:  
*
This warranty does not apply. See your dealer for warranty information.  
Information on software updates  
If you connect your HD DVD player to the internet, you can receive software updates if available. See page 42.  
If you do not have an internet connection, you can get software updates on a disc. For information on how to get a disc with software  
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Please do not send any products to the Indianapolis address listed in this manual  
or on the carton. This will only add delays in service for your product.  
Thomson Inc.  
10330 North Meridian Street  
Indianapolis, IN 46290  
©2006 Thomson Inc.  
Trademark(s) ® Registered  
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